Women's Opportunity Award

An identifying project of Soroptimist International of the Americas, this program is intended to assist women entering or re-entering the workforce to obtain the skills and education they need to improve their employment status through higher education. Awards are given at the club level. Club winners go on to district competition. Funded by the Soroptimist Foundation, the Region winner receives $5000 and continues to compete at the Federation level.

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Violet Richardson Award

Honoring Young Women for Volunteer Action-this award is named in honor of the founder of Soroptimist and is a recognition program for young women ages 14-17 engaged in volunteer action within their communities or schools. The Region winner receives $1000 with a matching amount to her volunteer organization. more information.

NCR Past Governors Award

This is a special award given by the North Central Region for a woman pursuing postgraduate studies. This award of $1500 is given annually through special donations of NCR clubs. more information.